 |
|
 |
Trip Duration: 13 Days Price: TBA
Departure Dates: |
 |
|
Click Map To Enlarge |
- Scenic flight from Bangkok Thailand into Paro Bhutan
- Visit the National Museum of Bhutan
- A visit to the Paro Dzong
- An easy hike through the village of Yuwakha to Chimi Lhakhang
- Visit a traditional Bhutanese farmhouse
- Visit the Wangduephodrang Dzong built in 1638
- Admire the weaver's work in the village of Chumey
- Jamby Lhakhand built in the 7th century
- An easy hike to Kurjey Lhakhang
- Jakar Dzong (Fortress of the White Bird)
- Explore Jakar valley including stops at Tamzhing Monastery and Swiss farm
- Withness the Nimaling Tschechu (Festival) in Jakar
- Stops at Wangdiphodrang and Chendebji
- Visit the Ta Dzong and the majestic Trongsa Dzong built in 1644
- A visit to the Punakha Dzong built in 1637
- A hike to Khamsum Yuelay Namgyal Choeten for wonderful views of the valley
- Visit Bhutan's National Library, a repository of precious gold manuscripts
- We'll visit the Institute for Zorig Chusum (a traditional painting school)
- A memorable hike to Taktshang (Tiger's Nest) Monestary
- Visit the Drukgyel Dzong built in 1649
- A visit to 7th Century Kyichu Lhakhang
- Welcome and farewell dinners
Bhutan is the last Mahayana Buddhist kingdom in the world. The lush green valleys, virgin forests, clear fast flowing rivers and an enthralling landscape make Bhutan an unforgetable experience. The Kingdom has some of the most famous sites in the world for Buddhist pilgrims.
This trip is perfectly suited for those travelers that desire to explore the amazing culture of Bhutan without some of the phyical challenges associated with our treks. We venture into the heart of Bhutan to experience this amazing culture. We will visit ancient structures, marvel at their incredible architecture, learn about the country's history, while witnessing many of it wonderful traditions. The people welcome us along the way, eager to share their daily lives with us, further enriching these authentic experiences.
One of the many highlights of this trip is the Nimaling Tshechu (Festival). Held once a year, this festival is a time for people to come together in celebration. Adorning their finest cloths, they participate in masked religious dances to cast blessings of good luck and to remove misfortunes. This is done so that joy, happiness, better harvests and prosperity may be enjoyed by all.
Below is a brief summary of the itinerary and more information is available by clicking here or 'Detailed Itinerary' in the Trip Details menu on the right side of this page.
Days 1-2 Depart your home country and begin international flight(s) with scheduled layover based upon itinerary. Arrive Bangkok Thailand and overnight at hotel.
Days 3 Depart Bangkok for Paro Bhutan. You will be greeted by our staff and taken to your initial accommodations for checkin and lunch. Visit cultural stops within Paro. The group enjoys a welcome dinner in the evening.
Day 4 Traveling over the Dochula Pass (3100 m), we depart for Punakha. An easy hike through the village of Yuwakha take us to Chimi Lhakhang. Evening visit to a traditional Bhutan farmhouse.
Day 5 We make our way to Jakar today, making some wonderful stops at Wangduephodrang Dzong built in 1638, Chendebji and cross over Yutongla (3400 m) pass. Admire the weaver's work in the village of Chumey.
Day 6 Today we visit Jambay Lhakhand built in the 7th Century. We take and easy hike to Kurjey Lhakhang. Visit the Jakar Dzong also known as the Fortress of the White Bird. Explore the Jakar valley including visiting Tamzhing Monastery and Swiss farm.
Day 7 Witnessing the Nimaling Tshechu (Festival) is one of the highlights of the day. In the afternoon we'll explore Jakar with additional time for you to enjoy the town at your leisure.
Day 8 We depart Jakar for Punakha with stops in Wangdiphodrang and Chendebji. We'll visit the Ta Dzong in Trongsa and the majestic Trongsa Dzong built in 1644.
Day 9 Today we visit the Punakha Dzong built in 1637 and take a hike to Khamsum Yuelay Namgyal Choeten and wonderful views of the surrounding valley. We then move on to Thimphu.
Day 10 This morning we will visit the National Library which is a repository of precious historical and religious manuscripts written in gold. We'll also visit the Institute for Zorig Chusum, a traditional painting school, before making our way to Paro.
Days 11 Our last full day in Bhutan is spent on a memorable journey to the Taktshang Monastery, known as the Tiger's Nest and one of Bhutan's most sacred places. Pirched high on a ledge. We'll also visit the Drukgyel Dzong built in 1649 and the 7th century Kyichu Lhakhang. Once back at the hotel, we all gather together for our farewell dinner while we enjoy reflecting about our journey, experiences and the wonderful people we have met along the way.
Days 12-13 Having come to the end of our time in Bhutan, everyone is brought back to the Paro International airport for their international flight back to Bangkok Thailand. From there, clients connect to their international flights home or may elect to extend their trip with time in Bangkok or other destinations as they desire.
See 'DETAILED ITINERARY' page under the 'TRIP DETAILS' menu on the right side of this page for additional itinerary details and a map of our trekking routes.
